This document explains what “cookies” are and how are they used on this site.

WHAT ARE COOKIES?A “cookie” is a text file that a website sends to your computer or other device connected to the internet to uniquely identify the user’s browser or to save information or settings in your browser.

ARE THERE COOKIES ON THIS SITE?Yes, we use cookies to improve the site and to provide services and features to its users. It is possible to limit or disable the use of cookies through your web browser; however, without cookies some or all of the site’s features may not function.

WHAT TYPE OF COOKIES ARE INCLUDED ON THIS SITE?

Cookies that are strictly necessaryThese cookies are essential for completing tasks requested by the user. For example: to store information provided by the user while browsing the site, or to manage the “login” status during the visit.

Functional CookiesThese cookies allow the website to remember choices made by the user, and then reuse them. For example, they allow the site to store your search settings, authentication, and other custom features.

Analytics CookiesThese cookies allow you to collect data on the use of the site, such as content viewed and the features used, with the aim of improving the performance and the layout of the site. These cookies can be sent from the instrument supplier of Analytics, but are used only for purposes related to the site.

Advertising and third-party CookiesThese cookies store information related to the use of the site to provide personalized information for promotional purposes, both inside and outside the site.

HOW CAN COOKIES BE LIMITED OR DISABLED?Each browser provides methods to limit or disable cookies, for more information about cookie management go to the “Settings” or “Preferences” tab on your browser.

LIST OF COOKIESFollowing the list of third parties with links to related management policies.